Network Ireland Limerick elects new president for 2018

Valerie Murphy, Valerie's Breast Care and Edwina Gore, Network Ireland Limerick President and Gore Communications

Network Ireland Limerick, the forum for women in business, the professions and the arts, has elected Valerie Murphy of Valerie’s Breast Care as President for 2018.

She succeeds outgoing president Edwina Gore. Catriona O’Donoghue of Get West has been confirmed as Vice President. Network Ireland Limerick is a branch of Network Ireland, a national organisation driving the personal and professional development of women with over 1,000 members and 15 branches throughout the country. Membership of Network Ireland Limerick is made up of a very diverse group of women from across the Mid-West

Speaking about her appointment, Ms Murphy said, “I am very honoured to be elected as President of Network Ireland Limerick for 2018. I believe strongly in the aim of Network Ireland which is to support the professional and personal development of women in all business activities.”

As President of Network Ireland Limerick, Valerie will be responsible for fostering the aims and objectives of Network Ireland, representing the Limerick branch at National Executive meetings and overseeing the smooth running of up to 10 events locally.

Looking forward to the year ahead, Ms Murphy noted, “We have great plans for 2018. Each month we will have highly influential speakers who are experts in their field. We will continue the work on our recently launched mentorship programme, which is free to all members. We will also continue to promote our members businesses and offer facilitated networking at each event. In May, we will have our Regional Business Awards.”

“Network Ireland nationally and our Limerick branch locally has increased its membership dramatically in recent years. Pivotal to our success is the sterling work of our voluntary committee. Our goal for 2018 is to continue this expansion.” she concluded.

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